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Old 12th December 2007   #13
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Originally Posted by DanGo View Post
Thanks, gang, for all the varied opinions... I'm a little uncertain now of what direction to take.

I'm wary of using lead because I've got a toddler and another kid on the way... and this will be a studio in my backyard: no way am I gonna be able to keep them out...
Get Rod's book.

The lead is sandwiched between other materials. completely enclosed. Lead is used because it dense. If you are still wary of lead, you can usesteel, iron, or some other heavy metal.

If to see some additional tests on door blanks BBC RD1994-14 has several tested. (Added later) Looking at the report, the best bang for your buck, if that is a priority, is to use roofing felt in the sandwich. See fig 6 on pdf page 9.

Let us know how things turn out.

Fenestrationingly:
Andre
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